Oorun Didun Glass Cups by Yinka Ilori -
Oorun Didun Glass Cups by Yinka Ilori -
MoMA Exclusive: This set of two vibrant Oorun Didun Glass Cups was designed by Yinka Ilori, a London-based multidisciplinary artist who specializes in fusing his British and Nigerian heritage to tell new stories in contemporary design. His Oorun Didun Cups are inspired by nature and the feelings that arise from encounters with the natural world. Oorun Didun comes from the Nigerian expression for “sweet sun,” and the designs express the optimism and playfulness that characterizes his work. His de
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DesignerYinka Ilori
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SizeStraight Cup:4.6h x 4.3"diam.
Round Cup:5.1h x 3.3"diam. -
MaterialGlass
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Year of Design2023
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OriginChina
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“For this collection, I’ve drawn inspiration from flowers and florals,” explains Ilori. “To me, giving flowers represents love, care and affection. I wanted to translate the act of sharing love around the table into the floral motifs on the plates and bowls.”
“I envision my designs becoming treasured objects in people’s homes that they can grow with over time,” says Ilori. “Plates, bowls and tableware are vessels for creating joyful memories with friends and family around shared meals. I hope they feel that objects have become part of their family and everyday rituals.”
“Growing up in Ghana, I’ve always been around color—Africa is quite colorful. People walk down the road wearing clashing colors and clashing prints. It’s that juxtaposition of varied colors that I find a lot of inspiration from. Also, it’s sunny throughout the year in Ghana, so the colors are very bright. If you wear black in Ghana, everybody thinks you’re going to a funeral.”
Yinka Ilori is a multi-disciplinary artist and designer whose bold visual language draws on his British-Nigerian heritage to tell new stories through contemporary design. Ilori believes that art and design should be accessible to all. Humorous and playful, his designs evoke a sense of joy and optimism.
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